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May 27, 2013

UPSC Prelims 2013 General Studies Key Conducted on May 26-05-2013 - Series - A

1. What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?(a) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommen¬dations of the Rajya Sabha(b) The Lok Sabha cannot consider the Bill further(c) The Lok Sabha may send the Bill to the Rajya Sabha for reconsideration(d) The President may call a joint sitting for passing the BillAnswer (A)2. Which one of the following statements is correct?(a) In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time(b) The Judges of the High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President(c) No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post(d) In the case of a the Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support Answer (C)

3. Which-one of the following pairs is correctly matched? Geographical Feature Region (a) Abyssinian Plateau: Arabia(b) Atlas Mountains: North Western Africa(c) Guiana Highlands: : South Western Africa (d) Okavango Basin: PatagoniaAnswer (B)4. With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements :1. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.2. The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.3. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)5. Recombinant DNA technology (Genetic Engineering) allows genes to be transferred1. across different species of plants2. from animals to plants3. from microorganisms to higher organismsSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)6. The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang (Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded the general conditions and culture of India at that time. In this context, which of the following statements is/ are correct?1. The roads and river-routes were completely immune from robbery. 2. As regards punishment for offences, ordeals by fire, water and poison were the instruments for determining the innocence or guilt of a person.3. The tradesmen had to pay duties at ferries and barrier stations.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only-(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)7. Consider the following:1. Star tortoise2. Monitor lizard3. Pygmy hog4. Spider monkeyWhich of the above are naturally found in India?(a) 1, 2 and 3 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Answer (A)8. Which of the following can be found as pollutants in the drinking water in some parts of India?1. Arsenic2. Sorbitol3. Fluoride4. Formaldehyde5. UraniumSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 3 only(b) 2, 4 and 5 only(c) 1, 3 and 5 only(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5Answer (C)9. With reference to Indian History, the Members of the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces were(a) directly elected by the people of those Provinces(b) nominated by the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League(c) elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies(d) selected by the Government for their expertise in constitutional mattersAnswer (C)10. Consider the following animals:1. Sea cow2. Sea-horse3. Sea lionWhich of the above is/ are mammal/mammals?(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 3 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)11. Consider the following statements:1. An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a bill in the Lok Sabha only.2. If such an amendment seeks to make changes in the federal character of the Constitution, the amendment also requires to be ratified by the legislature of all the States of India.Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 norAnswer (D)12. Consider the following statements: Attorney General of India can1. take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha2. be a member of a committee of the Lok Sabha3. speak in the Lok Sabha4. vote in the Lok SabhaWhich of the statements given above is /are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) 1 and 3 onlyAnswer (C)13. With reference to the usefulness of the by-products of sugar industry, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. Bagasse can be used as biomass fuel for the generation of energy.2. Molasses can be used as one of the feedstocks for the production of synthetic chemical fertilizers.3. Molasses can be used for the production of ethanol.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)14. Variations-in the length of daytime and nighttime from season to season are due to(a) the earth's rotation on its axis(b) the earth's revolution round the sun in an elliptical manner(c) latitudinal position of the place(d) revolution of the earth on a tilted axisAnswer (D)15. The Narmada river flows to the west, while most other large peninsular rivers flow to the east. Why?1. It occupies a linear rift valley.2. It flows between the Vindhyas and the Satpuras.3. The land slopes to the west from Central India.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3(c) 1 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (A)16. On the planet earth, most of the freshwater exists as ice caps and glaciers. Out of the remaining freshwater, the largest proportion(a) is found in atmosphere as moisture and clouds(b) is found in freshwater lakes and rivers(c) exists as groundwater(d) exists as soil moistureAnswer (C)17. Consider the following pairs:1. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve : Garo Hills2. Logtak (Loktak)Lake Barail Ranee3.Namdapha National Park : Dafla HillsWhich of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (A)18. Consider the following:1. Electromagnetic radiation2. Geothermal energy3. Gravitational force4. Plate movements5. Rotation of the earth6. Revolution of the earthWhich of the above are responsible for bringing dynamic changes on the surface of the earth?(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only(b) 1, 3, 5 and 6 only(c) 2, 4, 5 and 6 only(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6Answer (D)19. Which of the following bodies does not/do not find mention in the Constitution?1. National Development Council2. Planning Commission3. Zonal CouncilsSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)20. The demand for the Tebhaga Peasant Movement in Bengal was for(a) the reduction of the share of the landlords from one-half of the crop to one-third(b) the grant of ownership of land to peasants as they were the actual cultivators of the land(c) the uprooting of Zamindari system and the end of serfdom(d) writing off all peasant debtsAnswer (A)

21. The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties(a) with the consent of all the States(b) with the consent of the majority of States(c) with the consent of the States concerned(d) without the consent of any stateAnswer (D)22. In the grasslands, trees do not replace the grasses as a part of an ecological succession because of(a) insects and fungi(b) limited sunlight and paucity of nutrients,(c) water limits and fire(d) None of the aboveAnswer (C)23. Which one of the following is the correct sequence of ecosystems in the order of decreasing productivity(a) Mangroves, oceans, grasslands, lakes(b) Mangroves, grasslands, lakes(c) Mangroves, grasslands, lakes oceans(d) Oceans, mangroves, lakes grasslandsAnswer (D)24. Contour bunding is a method of soil conservation used in(a) Desert margins, liable to strong wing action(b) low flat plains, close to stream courses, liable to flooding(c) Scrublands, liable to spread to weed growth(d) None to the aboveAnswer (A)25. The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996. Which one of the following is not identified as its objective?(a) To provide self- governance(b) To recognize traditional rights(c) To create autonomous regions(d) To free tribal people form exploitationAnswer (C)26. Under the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, who shall be the authority to initiate the process for determining the nature and extent of individual or community forest rights or both?(a) State Forest Department(b) District Collector/Deputy Commissioner(c) Tahsildar/Block Development Officer/Mandal Revenue Officer(d) Gram SabhaAnswer (D)27. Improper handling and storage of cereal grains and oilseeds result in the production of toxins known as aflatoxins which are not generally destroyed by normal cooking process. Affetoxins are produced by(a) bacteria(b) protozoa(c) moulds(d) virusesAnswer (C)28. 'Economic Justice' as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in(a) the Preamble and the Fundamental Rights(b) the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy(c) the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy(d) None of the aboveAnswer (B)29. Due to improper/indiscriminate disposal of old and used computers or their parts, which of the following are released into the environment as e-waste?1. Beryllium2. Cadmium3. Chromium4. Heptachlor5. Mercury6. Lead7. PlutoniumSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 only(b) 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 only(c) 2, 4, 5 and 7 only(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7Answer (B)30. Acid rain is caused by the pollution of environment by(a) carbon dioxide and nitrogen(b) carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide(c) ozone and carbon dioxide(d) nitrous oxide and sulphur dioxideAnswer (D)31. With reference to food; chains in ecosystems, consider the following statements:1. A food chain illustrates the order in which a chain of organisms feed upon each other.2. Food chains are found within the populations of a species.3. A food chain illustrates the numbers of each organism which are eaten by others.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (A)32. Consider the following pairs: National Park River flowing through the Park1. Corbett National Park : Ganga2. Kaziranga National Park : Manas3. Silent Valley National Park : KaveriWhich of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? '(a) 1 and 2(b) 3 only(c) 1 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (D)33. Consider the following organisms:1. Agaricus2. Nostoc3. SpirogyraWhich of the above is/are used as biofertilizer/bio fertilizers?(a) 1 and 2(b) 2 only(c) 2 and 3(d) 3 onlyAnswer (C)34. Which of the following adds/add nitrogen to the soil?1. Excretion of urea by animals2. Burning of coal by man3. Death of vegetationSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)35. In which of the following States is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat?1. Tamil Nadu2. Kerala3. Karnataka4. Andhra PradeshSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1, 2 and 3 only(b) 1 only(c) 1, 3 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Answer (A)36. Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?(a) Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monks(b) Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks(c) Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the "hall axial to it(d) There is no material difference between the twoAnswer (B)37. Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?(a) The extinction of the flame of desire(b) The complete annihilation of self(c) A state of bliss and rest(d) A mental stage beyond all comprehensionAnswer (C)38. According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country?(a) Fundamental Rights(b) Fundamental Duties(c) Directive Principles of State Policy(d) Fundamental Rights and Fundamental DutiesAnswer (C)39. The people of India agitated against the arrival of Simon Commission because:(a) Indians never wanted the review of the working of the Act of 1919(b) Simon Commission recom-mended the abolition of Dyarchy (Diarchy) in the Provinces(c) there was no Indian member in the Simon Commission(d) the Simon Commission suggested the partition of the countryAnswer (C)40. Quit India Movement was launched in response to(a) Cabinet Mission Plan(b) Cripps Proposals(c) Simon Commission Report(d) Wavell PlanAnswer (B)

41. The balance of payments of a country is a systematic record of(a) all import and export transactions of a country during a given period of time, normally a year(b) goods exported from a country during a year(c) economic transaction between the government of one country to another(d) capital movements from one country to anotherAnswer (C)42. The Reserve Bank of India regulates the commercial banks in matters of1. liquidity of assets2. branch expansion3. merger of banks4. winding-up of banksSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 4 only(b) 2, 3 and 4 only(c) 1, 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Answer (D)43. An increase in the Bank Rate generally indicates that the(a) market rate of interest is likely to fall(b) Central Bank is no longer making loans to commercial banks(c) Central Bank is following an easy money policy(d) Central Bank is following a tight money policyAnswer (D)44. In India, deficit financing is used for raising resources for(a) economic development(b) redemption of public debt(c) adjusting the balance of payments(d) reducing the foreign debtAnswer (A)45. Which of the following characterizes/ characterize the people of Indus Civilization?1. They possessed great palaces and temples.2. They worshipped, both male and female deities.3. They employed horse-drawn chariots in warfare.Select the correct statement/ statements fusing the codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) None of the statements given above is correctAnswer (A)46. Which of the following diseases can be transmitted from one person to another through tattooing?1. Chikungunya2. Hepatitis B3. HIV-AIDSSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)47. Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance.2. Every object, even the smallest particle has a soul.3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)48. Which one of the following terms describes not only the physical space occupied by organism, but also its functional role in the community of organisms?(a) Ecotone(b) Ecological niche(c) Habitat(d) Home rangeAnswer (C)49. Photochemical smog is a resultant of the reaction among(a) NO2, O3 and peroxyaceryl nitrate in the presence of sunlight(b) CO, O2 and peroxyacetyl nitrate in the presence of(c) CO, CO2 and N02 at low temperature(d) high concentration of N02, 03 and CO in the eveningAnswer (A)50. Consider the following minerals:1. Calcium2. Iron3. SodiumWhich of the minerals given above is/are required by human body for the contraction of muscles?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)51. Consider the following statements: The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts1. consists of not more than 25 Members of the Lok Sabha2. scrutinizes appropriation and finance accounts of the Government3. examines the report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of IndiaWhich of the statements given above is /are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)52. Consider the following Bhakti Saints:1. Dadu Dayal2. Guru Nanak3. TyagarajaWho among the above was/were preaching when the Lodi dynasty fell and Babur took over?(a) 1 and 3(b) 2 only(c) 2 and 3(d) 1 and 2Answer (B)53. With reference to the food chains in ecosystems, which of the following kinds of organism is/are known as decomposer organism/organisms?1. Virus2. Fungi3. BacteriaSelect the correct answer using the codes given below,(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)54. The most important fishing grounds of the world are found in the regions where(a) warm and cold atmospheric currents meet(b) rivers drain out large amounts of freshwater into the sea(c) warm and cold oceanic currents meet(d) continental shelf is undulatingAnswer (C)55. Which of the following is /are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests?1. Presence of tall, closely set trees with crowns forming a continuous canopy2. Coexistence of a large number of species3. Presence of numerous varieties of epiphytesSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)56. Which of the following constitute Capital Account?1. Foreign Loans2. Foreign Direct Investment3. Private Remittances4. Portfolio InvestmentSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1, 2 and 3(b) 1, 2 and 4(c) 2, 3 and 4(d) 1, 3 and 4Answer (B)57. Consider the following historical places:1. Ajanta Caves2. Lepakshi Temple3. Sanchi StupaWhich of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (B)58. With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school:1. Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transmigration of soul.2. Sankhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent.Which of the statements above is/are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2Answer (C)59. In the context of India, which of the following principles is/are implied institutionally in the parliamentary government?1. Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.2. Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.3. Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 3 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (A)60. The annual range of temperature in the interior of the continents is high as compared to coastal areas. What is/are the reason/reasons?1. Thermal difference between land and water2. Variation in altitude between continents and oceans3. Presence of strong winds in the interior4. Heavy rains in the interior as compared to coastsSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Answer (A)

61. Which of the following is/are the characteristic/characteristics of Indian coal?1. High ash content2. Low sulphur content3. Low ash fusion temperatureSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (A)62. Which of the following statements regarding laterite soils of India are correct?1. They are generally red in colour.2. They are rich in nitrogen and potash.3. They are well-developed in Rajasthan and UP.4. Tapioca and cashew nuts grow well on these soils.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1, 2 and 3(b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1 and 4(d) 2 and 3 onlyAnswer (C)63. Consider the following statements:1. Natural gas occurs in the Gondwana beds.2. Mica occurs in abundance in Kodarma.3. Dharwars are famous for petroleum.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 and 2(b) 2 only(c) 2 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (B)64. Consider the following crops:1. Cotton2. Groundnut3. Rice4. WheatWhich of these are Kharif crops?(a) 1 and 4(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) 2, 3 and 4Answer (C)65. "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty and the people used to be nomadic herders." The above statement best describes which of the following regions? (a) African Savannah (b) Central Asian Steppe (c) North American Prairie (d) Siberian Tundra Answer (D)66. Consider the following statements: 1. Inflation benefits the debtors. 2. Inflation benefits the bond-holders. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2Answer (A)67. Disguised unemployment generally means(a) large number of people remain unemployed(b) alternative employment is not available(c) marginal productivity of labour is zero(d) productivity of workers is lowAnswer (C)68. Consider the following statements:1. The Council of Ministers in the Centre shall be collectively responsible to the Parliament.2. The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the President of India.3. The Prime Minister shall communicate to the President about the proposals for legislation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)69. Consider the following statements:1. National Development Council is an organ of the Planning Commission.2. The Economic and Social Planning is kept in the Concurrent List m the Constitution of India.3. The Constitution of India prescribes that Panchayats should be assigned the task of preparation of plans for economic development and social justice.Which of the statements given above is /are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (B)70. Consider the following statements:1. The Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of that House.2. While the nominated members of the two Houses of the Parliament have no voting right in the presidential election, they have the right to vote in the election of the Vice President.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2Answer (B)71. With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:1. Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society on the basis of equal opportunity.2. It issues guidelines for the State Legal Services Authorities to implement the legal programmes and schemes throughout the country.Which of the statements given above is /are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and(d) Neither 1 nor 2Answer (C)72. During a thunderstorm, the thunder in the skies is produced by the1. meeting of cumulonimbus clouds in the sky2. lightning that separates the nimbus clouds3. violent upward movement of air and water particlesSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3(c) 1 and 3(d) None of the above produces the thunderAnswer (C)73. Consider the following pairs: Tribe State 1. Limboo (Limbu) : Sikkim 2. Karbi : Himachal Pradesh 3. Dongaria Kondh : Odisha 4. Bonda : Tamil Nadu Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?(a) 1 and 3 only(b) 2 and 4 only(c) 1, 3 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Answer (A)74. Consider the following liquid assets:1. Demand deposits with the banks2. Time deposits with the banks3. Savings deposits with the banks4. CurrencyThe correct sequence of these assets in the decreasing order of liquidity is(a) 1-4-3-2(b) 4-3-2-1(c) 2-3-1-4(d) 4-1-3-2Answer (D)75. In the context of Indian economy, 'Open Market Operations' refers to(a) borrowing by scheduled banks from the RBI(b) lending by commercial banks to industry and trade(c) purchase and sale of government securities by the RBI(d) None of the aboveAnswer (C)76. Priority Sector Lending by banks in India constitutes the lending to(a) agriculture(b) micro and small enterprises(c) weaker sections(d) All of the aboveAnswer (D)77. Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?(a) Engineering(b) Paper and pulp(c) Textiles(d) Thermal powerAnswer (B)78. To obtain full benefits of demographic dividend, what should India do?(a) Promoting skill development(b) Introducing more social security schemes(c) Reducing infant mortality rate(d) Privatization of higher educationAnswer (A)79. In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called Tribhanga' has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today. Which one of the following statements best describes this pose?(a) One leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck(b) Facial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolize certain epic or historic characters(c) Movements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a story(d) A little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasized to express the feelings of love or eroticismAnswer (A)80. Annie Besant was1. responsible for starting the Home Rule Movement2. the founder of the Theosophical Society3. once the President of the Indian National CongressSelect the correct statement/ statements using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)

81. The Ilbert Bill controversy was related to the(a) imposition of certain restrictions to carry arms by the Indians(b) imposition of restrictions on newspapers and magazines published in Indian languages(c) removal of disqualifications imposed on the Indian magistrates with regard to the trial of the Europeans(d) removal of a duty on imported cotton clothAnswer (C)82. A rise in general level of prices may be caused by1. an increase in the money supply2. a decrease in the aggregate level of output3. an increase in the effective demandSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)83. Which one of the following groups of items is included in India's foreign-exchange reserves?(a) Foreign-currency assets, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and loans from foreign countries(b) Foreign-currency assets, gold holdings of the RBI and SDRs(c) Foreign-currency assets, loans from the World Bank and SDRs(d) Foreign-currency assets, gold holdings of the RBI and loans from the World BankAnswer (B)84. Which one of the following is likely to be the most inflationary, in its effect?(a) Repayment of public debt(b) Borrowing from the public to finance a budget deficit(c) Borrowing from banks to finance a budget deceit,(d) Creating new money to finance a budget deficitAnswer (D)85. Supply of money regaining the same when there is an increase in demand for money, there will be(a) a fall in the level of prices(b) an increase in the rate of interest(c) a decrease in the rate of interest(d) an increase in the level of income and employmentAnswer (B)86. Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because(a) exposure to sunlight is prevented(b) concentration of carbon dioxide in the environment is increased(c) rate of respiration is decreased(d) there is an increase in humidityAnswer (C)87. Consider the following fauna of India:1. Gharial2. Leatherback turth3. Swamp deerWhich of the above is/are endangered?(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 3 only(c) 1, 2 and 3(d) NoneAnswer (C)89. Consider the following phenomena:1. Size of the sun at dusk2. Colour of the sun at dawn3. Moon being visible at dawn4. Twinkle of stars in the sky5. Polestar being visible in the skyWhich of the above are optical illusions?(a) 1, 2 and 3(b) 3, 4 and 5(c) 1, 2 and 4(d) 2, 3 and 5Answer (C)90. Rainbow is produced when sunlight falls on drops of rain. Which of the following physical phenomena are responsible for this?1. Dispersion2. Refraction3. Internal reflectionSelect the correct answer codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)91. Many transplanted seedlings do not grow because(a) the new soil does not contain favorable minerals(b) most of the coot hairs grip the new soil too hard(c) most of the root hairs are lost during transplantation leaves get damaged during transplantation(d) leaves get damaged during transplantationAnswer (C)92. Economic growth in country X will necessarily have to occur if(a) there is technical progress in the world economy(b) there is population growth in X(c) there is capital formation in X(d) the volume of trade grows in the world economyAnswer (C)93. Which of the following statements is/are correct?1. Viruses lack enzymes necessary for the generation of energy.2. Viruses can be cultured in any synthetic medium.3. Viruses are transmitted from one organism to another by biological vectors only.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (A)94. Which of the following leaf modifications occurs/occur in desert areas to inhibit water loss?1. Hard and waxy leaves2. Tiny leaves or no leaves3. Thorns instead of leavesSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)95. The known forces of nature can be divided into four classes, viz., gravity, electromagnetism, weak nuclear force and strong nuclear force. With reference to them, which one of the following statements is not correct?(a) Gravity is the strongest of the four(b) Electromagnetism acts only on particles with an electric charge(c) Weak nuclear force causes, radioactivity(d) Strong nuclear force holds protons and neutrons inside the nucleus of an atomAnswer (A)96. The efforts to detect the existence of Higgs boson particle have become frequent news in the recent past. What is/are the importance/importance’s of discovering this particle?1. It will enable us to understand as to why elementary particles have mass.2. It will enable us in the near future to develop the technology of transferring matter from one point to another without traversing the physical space between them.3. It will enable us to create better fuels for nuclear fission.Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (A)97. Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used in rehabilitating degraded sites because mycorrhiza enables the plants to1. resist drought and increase absorptive area2. tolerate extremes of pH3. resist disease infestationSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (D)98. Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?1. The Prime Minister2. The Chairman, Finance Commission3. Ministers of the Union Cabinet4. Chief Ministers of the StatesSelect the correct answer using the codes given below.(a) 1, 2 and 3 only(b) 1, 3 and 4 only(c) 2 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Answer (B)99. The national income of a country for a given period is equal to the(a) total value of goods and services produced by the nationals(b) sum of total consumption and investment expenditure(c) sum of personal income of all individuals(d) money value of final goods and services producedAnswer (A)100. Which of the following grants/grant direct credit assistance to rural households?1. Regional Rural Banks2. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development3. Land Development BanksSelect the correct answer using the codes 'given below.(a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3Answer (C)